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First Responder Research Column – State of the Fire Service – Physical Training Interventions
May 15, 2026
This TSAC Report column summarizes physical training outcomes for firefighters and practical guidance on program design and results. Visit NSCA online to read more on firefighter fitness and tactical performance in the fire service.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Emergency Procedures Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development muscular strength aerobic capacity firefighters fitness adaptations tactical circuit programs multimodal high-intensity interval training (HIIT) periodization high-intensity functional training (HIFT)
Integrative Neuromuscular Training for Youth Basketball Players
January 1, 2014
Strength and conditioning coaches with knowledge of the exercise principles for youth and the specific demands of basketball can design effective integrative neuromuscular training (INT) programs based on the individual needs of youth athletes.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design long-term athletic development LTAD youth training Integrative Neuromuscular Training hs-coaching
Physical Assessment of an Air National Guard Pararescue Team and the Importance of a Specialized Training Program
December 22, 2015
The purpose of this article is to examine the effects and results of a training program designed specifically for United States Air Force (USAF) Pararescuemen.
TSAC Facilitators Testing and Evaluation fitness training program design Pararescue
What is the Catch? Clarifying Weightlifting Exercises and Terminology
January 1, 2013
This article covers commonly used terminology from United States of America Weightlifting (USAW), plus it contains illustrations of the basic positions for weightlifting exercises.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Olympic-style weightlifting power snatch squat weightlifting clean and jerk snatch
Proximal Position Dictates Hip Performance and Health
June 1, 2017
This article provides strength and conditioning coaches with strategies to address hip mobility limitations that may lead to lumbar spine and femoral acetabular issues.
Coaches Exercise Science NSCA Coach sports injuries injury prevention hip exercises
Integrating Sports Science with the General Population using Peak Wattage Testing
October 23, 2025
This article in NSCA Coach discusses how machine-based testing can be used to gather data and improve training. Visit NSCA online to learn more on sports science and exercise research.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Professional Development Machine-Based Testing Performance Tracking Technology Stress Response Phosphagen System Sport Performance Fitness Assessment Power Output
Designing a Resistance Training Program for Paralympic Throwers
April 5, 2024
This article focuses on a program for a Paralympic athlete born with a congenital limb deficiency (transradial peromelia) of the right arm.
Coaches Program design Paralympic Athlete Throwers Shot Put Transradial Peromelia
Creating Power – Alternative Bilateral and Unilateral Triple Extension Exercises
November 27, 2020
This article demonstrates how strength and conditioning coaches can coach power through non-traditional weightlifting exercises that can be taught quickly, to large groups, with less extensive technique correction.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Weightlifting Power Force Medicine Ball Jumping
Hierarchical Structure of Periodization Cycles
August 24, 2018
The periodization of training is facilitated by a hierarchical structure that allows for several distinct interrelated levels that can be used in the planning process. Each level of the periodization process should be based on the training goals established for the athlete or team.
Coaches Program design Periodization Program Design Training Load Training Volume
An Applied Five-Week Off-Season Strength and Conditioning Program for Collegiate Female Volleyball
October 22, 2018
This article provides a narrative of the effects of a five-week strength and conditioning program on collegiate female volleyball athletes and shows the potential benefits that may occur in lower-body performance.
Coaches Program design Volleyball Off Season Training Female Athletes
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